Main entry: diminish, belittle
Definition: lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of
Usage: don't belittle your colleagues
Main entry: belittle, pick at, disparage
Definition: express a negative opinion of
Usage: She disparaged her student's efforts
Main entry: denigrate, derogate, belittle, minimize
Definition: cause to seem less serious; play down
Usage: Don't belittle his influence